COMMUNITY NEWS FOR FRIDAY, NOV. 1, 2013

School district pursuing grant

The Escondido Union High School District, in collaboration with the San Diego County Office of Education, is pursuing a grant through the state Department of Education to establish a “21st Century High School After School Safety and Enrichment for Teens Program” at Del Lago Academy. The district runs similar programs at Escondido, Orange Glen and San Pasqual high schools. The 21st Century grant programs provide academic assistance and enrichment activities in a safe environment after the school day ends. Public input on the proposed program may be directed to Barbara Gauthier at (760) 291-3262 or
bgauthier@euhsd.k12.ca.us.

Dia de los Muertos event set at gallery

The Escondido Arts Partnership Municipal Gallery will hold a Dia de los Muertos Music Fest from 3 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday at Offbeat Brewing Co., 1223 Pacific Oaks Place, Suite 101. The event will feature activities with local artists, raffle items, local bands, face painting and live auctions. Proceeds benefit exhibitions and the “artist in schools” program. Suggested donation of $20 includes a limited special edition “Dia de los Muertos” taster glass featuring artwork by local artist Mando Padilla. All ages welcome from 3 to 6 p.m. Visit
escondidoarts.ccsend.com or offbeatbrewing.com.

Renaissance Faire to be held this weekend

The 14th annual Escondido Renaissance Faire and Pirates in the Park will be held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at Felicita Park, 742 Clarence Lane. Admission costs $17 for adults, $15 for seniors and $8 for children 11 and younger. The event features a Pirate Village, an appearance by “Queen Elizabeth,” period food and drinks, a village marketplace, entertainment, battle re-enactments, music and a children’s area. Parking costs $5. Call (760) 745-4379 or (805) 496-6036 or visit
goldcoastfestivals.com.

NORTH COUNTY

Catholic support group to hold events

The Catholic Widows and Widowers of North County support group for those who desire to foster friendships through various social activities will hold these events:

• Saturday: Mass at Prince of Peace Abbey with lunch to follow at the Jolly Roger Restaurant, Oceanside.

• Sunday: Dancing at the Elks Club with happy hour to follow at the Brigantine Restaurant, Escondido.

• Wednesday: Carlos Olmeda concert at the California Center for the Arts, Escondido.